Emergency Services Guide · SeychellesEmergency Services Guide in Seychelles
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers
• Emergency Number: 112 (universal)
• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes urban, 20-30 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Public healthcare system with limited facilities across main islands
• Trauma Centers: Limited specialized emergency facilities in Victoria
• Language Support: English and Creole available for emergency services
Emergency Numbers
Universal
112
Police
999
Fire
998
Medical
151
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~12 min
Rural Areas
~25 min
Response times vary between Mahé, Praslin, and smaller islands due to geographic challenges
Hospital System
Primarily public healthcare system with limited facilities concentrated in Mahé, main referral hospital in Victoria
Major Trauma Centers
Limited specialized trauma care, primary emergency services at Seychelles Hospital
Specialized Care:
- Basic emergency services
Language Support
Emergency services operate primarily in English and Creole
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